Jira Experts in Leipzig

As a project coordinator in development projects (consisting of software and hardware), I was responsible in an advisory capacity for creating recommendations and organizational framework conditions in the areas of reporting, project scheduling, progress tracking, resource allocation, and presentation of results.

• Technology stack: Teams, Azure DevOps, Android
• Keywords: software, hardware, AI, MDM, Kanban, requirements specification, functional specification, SaaS, ergonomics, health, medical device

• Project management of the legal and system-side integration of Taschenkaufhaus into the Voxa group: conversion of all contracts, accounts, and system access rights on the defined cutover date
• Migration from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 to 2013: analysis of all existing interfaces, redefinition of processes, and coordinated go-live without interrupting operations
• Integration of the complaints and returns process into MS Dynamics NAV 2013; major process simplification through standardization
• Introduction of a new POS system (Shopify POS) in all stores: requirements analysis, configuration, rollout, and employee training
• Use of n8n automation workflows for data reconciliation between marketplaces and ERP; manual processes significantly reduced

Goal: Coach a new agile team to implement and deliver the MVP of an AI-powered digital insurance service.

• Kicked off and coached a new cross-functional agile team as Scrum Master.
• Introduced a new Product Owner to the role with coaching, close collaboration and support with daily operations and backlog management in Jira.
• Facilitated the ideation, design and backlog creation process for the MVP, applying the appropriate tools and techniques (user journey mapping, impact mapping, story mapping, AI prototyping).
• Managed dependencies and impediments across multiple teams, resolving challenges rising from the use of both agile frameworks and traditional project management methodologies.
• Facilitated and supported planning and decision-making activities regarding the MVP delivery (roadmap creation, release planning, test management, translation of user feedback into product decisions)
• Continuously improved processes across multiple agile teams, closely collaborating with other Scrum Masters and cross-team roles (leads, architect, test manager).
• Designed and facilitated in-person and remote workshops as needed across multiple teams (agile practices, problem solving, process improvement, AI powered product development).

• Extension of OSGi modules in a complex communication solution
• Debugging communication with Wireshark and remotely in the JENS test environment
• Migration of tests from TestNG to JUnit 5 with Mockito and AssertJ
• Updating vulnerable dependencies and improving code quality
• Changes to the Vaadin frontend
• Increasing test coverage

• Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-Württemberg
• Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
• Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
• Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
• Coordination with clients and service providers
• Escalation management, schedule control
• On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers

• Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans for the rollout of various MHE systems (e.g., automated forklifts, conveyors) across Amazon’s network, including innovative packaging designs and material innovations.
• Set and coordinated daily milestones with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Ensured continuous alignment among warehouse operations, technical teams, and external partners through regular progress meetings, maintaining complete project transparency.
• Directed comprehensive activities including employee training led by the Learn team, performed detailed machine parts checklists to verify compliance, and monitored setup adherence to safety and operational standards.
• Implemented robust end-to-end testing protocols, monitored key performance indicators, and facilitated a seamless transition from project completion to regular operations with thorough documentation.

• Development of an iOS app that combines public transport and sharing services
• Collaboration in Scrum within a large cross-functional team
• Creation of reusable components with SwiftUI and Combine
• Development of custom solutions for Apple Maps

• Acted as product owner for comprehensive change of Confluence permission structure
• Introduced agile routines within the team
• Identified team competencies and created user stories
• Collected and analyzed stakeholder requirements
• Translated business requirements into technical specifications
• Created and maintained requirements documentation
• Analyzed current state and defined goals collaboratively
• Identified and resolved blockers and impediments
• Coordinated with business and product owners
• Facilitated solutions and workarounds
• Established the roadmap and ensured timeline adherence
• Provided continuous reporting to the business owner
• Created a compliance-compliant project framework
• Built and maintained a compliant documentation framework
• Established and maintained a decision log
• Developed technical requirements with regulatory considerations
• Aligned with data security and legal department to set project principles
• Managed stakeholders at C-level and compliance responsibilities
• Developed video content and training materials
• Coordinated ITSM Atlassian Service Management inquiries
• Presented the project to diverse stakeholders in German and English
• Prepared, conducted, and followed up on open Q&A sessions in German and English
• Produced user-friendly instructional materials and interactive training documents

• Realignment and technical leadership of a CAD web platform for the global digitization of the prosthetics manufacturing process
• Translating the CPO's vision into a technical roadmap and leading an interdisciplinary team of developers, designers, and QA
• Implementing complex 3D interfaces using Vue.js and Three.js
• Global rollout of 8 scalable web apps, increasing production efficiency by 80%

Further development of a software solution for managing test requests and test notifications according to §106d SGB V for the Hamburg Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians.

• Developed numerous features, performance optimizations, refactoring, error analysis
• Refactored the dev container setup
• Optimized the GitLab CI build pipeline
• Contributed optimizations to the team workflow

• Leading mandates for operational excellence and AI integration for mid-sized enterprises and tech scale-ups
• Mandate: Interim Country Lead & Turnaround at One World Products Inc. (USA/Colombia) 04/2024–07/2024
• Conducted a 30-day triage and replaced local management
• Renegotiated critical partner contracts and established transparent reporting structures
• Secured business continuity in under three months and executed a clean handoff to permanent management
• Mandate: Interim CDO / Product Lead at Neurologic.Digital (USA/Panama) since 01/2024
• Developed GTM strategy and AI product for SMEs under strict budget constraints
• Launched MVP in three months, acquired four paying B2B customers, sourced strategic reseller, and closed the seed funding round
• Mandate: Interim Product Manager / Transformation at Universidad LaSalle (Colombia) 01/2020–06/2020
• Rapidly set up a new business unit under extreme time pressure
• Launched a new product category at 17% lower cost than industry benchmarks, meeting all budget and timeline requirements
• Mandate: Interim CDO (Public Sector) at ICETEX (Financial Authority) (Bogota) 01/2020–06/2020
• Led digital transformation of a high-compliance, bureaucratic financial organization
• Reduced process complexity by 35% and managed stakeholder negotiations during public broadcasts
• Mandate: Interim Task Force Lead (Automotive R&D) at BMW Group / Toyota Cooperation (Germany) 09/2012–12/2012
• Assumed operational lead of the interface function and harmonized development standards
• Established rigorous communication protocols to eliminate cross-cultural friction and ensured on-time, on-budget delivery prior to SOP

• Tech-Stack: Python, Qt, tensorflow.js, plotly, Angular, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, Git

• Achieved full productivity within 2 weeks of onboarding in a high-volume operational environment.
• Consistently exceeded quality targets, maintaining 98% accuracy across all assigned tasks.
• Recognized by leadership for exceptional performance and rapid adaptation to complex workflows.

• Development of a B2B shop based on Magento 2
• Plugin research and implementation, e.g. custom prices per customer
• Implementation of individual customizations
• Quality assurance
• Release management
• Collaboration with the marketing team
• Technologies: Magento 2, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Docker, Git